Second child - did you have PPD again?

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I am 23w with my second. I had PPD/anxiety with my first and it took me until he was 1 to realize it. I had a hard time feeling like I truly loved him for a while after he was born. I still feel guilty for not having that "moment" when I first gave birth to him. I don't want to feel that again. I'm on Zoloft now and it's been great. What are your experiences with PPD and subsequent children? Am I doomed to go through it again? What can I do?

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Nope!! I had it terribly with my first. This time around I was opposite! I was like a freak of nature and scarily happy! Each baby is different. And your mindset has a lot to do with it. As well as taking care of yourself post partum. 
Eat really clean. Lots of fruits and vegetables. 
Keep taking your prenatal.
Take breaks.
Nap! And nap and nap! The chores can wait.

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I had slight PPD with my first. The lifestyle change of having a baby was overwhelming. With my second, I knew what to expect and I didn’t have PPD at all

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I personally haven't experienced PPD, but I know someone who did. She had it with her first born, but not her other 2 children. I don't think there's anything you can do to prevent it. It's nothing to be ashamed of or anything, and since you've had it before you know the signs to look out for now so you can catch it sooner if you do get it again

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I had it bad with my first. The best thing to do is talk to your doctor about your concerns. The recurrence rate is pretty high. I’m on meds now and have been this entire 2nd pregnancy.

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I had it with my first two children but for me - I only realized after my second baby that it was a problem and I needed help. I have been on meds since my second was 4 months. I will stay on them through this pregnancy and after birth as well.

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I had PPD with anxiety with my first, similar situation as you. I never went on meds and never sought out help. After my second, it took longer for it to hit but I had it again...worse this time. Im sewing a therapist and am taking meds. I think you already being on meds will help the outcome for sure! Your chances once you’ve had it once are increased, but doesn’t guarantee you’ll have it again. Good luck mama! I’m here for you if you need😘

Second child - did you have PPD again?

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